Remote CFD & Aerodynamics Specialist (Contract)

YO AI Labs; New York (NY); Remote; USD 110,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job description

Aerodynamics Expert

Role Type: Contractor
Location: Global, Remote
Schedule: ~15 hrs/week, Flexible
Pay: $80–$130/hour

micro1 is seeking Aerodynamics Experts to support an AI training project involving CFD, aerodynamic analysis, engineering simulations, and Python. No prior AI experience is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Solve and validate aerodynamic and fluid-dynamics problems.
• Develop computational models, geometries, meshes, and solver configurations.
• Run and automate CFD workflows using Python and CLI-based tools.
• Analyze lift, drag, pressure, velocity, and other simulation results.
• Diagnose mesh, convergence, stability, turbulence, and boundary-condition issues.
• Perform validation, sanity checks, and mesh-independence studies.
• Review AI-generated engineering solutions for technical accuracy.

Required Skills

• Aerodynamics
• Fluid Mechanics & CFD
• Python
• Computational Modeling & Simulation
• Mesh & Solver Configuration
• Numerical Validation & Troubleshooting
• Technical Problem-Solving

Qualifications

• MS/PhD in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering, or BS + 1–2 years of relevant aerodynamics experience.
• Strong aerodynamics and CFD knowledge with practical Python experience.
• Experience with CLI/programmatic tools such as OpenFOAM, SU2, Gmsh, FEniCSx, SciPy, or equivalent.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical reasoning and engineering trade-offs.